Kuldip Kaul, MD
NPI 1538154042 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kuldip Kaul, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1538154042).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538154042
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G1452 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,781 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 933 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 531 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 128 | $87 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 110 | $123 |
| Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Using Ultrasound Guidance, Each Additional Growth10006 | 24 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 68 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 503 | 132 |
| Metformin Hcl | 281 | 104 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 209 | 70 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 186 | 41 |
| Losartan Potassium | 164 | 54 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 143 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-12
- Last updated
- 2025-12-10
- Certified
- 2025-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kuldip Kaul's NPI number?
- Kuldip Kaul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538154042, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kuldip Kaul's specialty?
- Kuldip Kaul is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kuldip Kaul located?
- Kuldip Kaul's practice location on file with NPPES is 18100 Houston Methodist Dr Ste 235, Houston, TX 77058-3631.
- What is Kuldip Kaul's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kuldip Kaul is (281) 333-2812.
- Does Kuldip Kaul accept Medicare?
- Kuldip Kaul is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kuldip Kaul's NPI active?
- Yes — Kuldip Kaul's NPI (1538154042) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.